A timely, relevant, and inspired word for today lifted from the Declaration of Sentiments Adopted by the Peace Convention (composed by William Lloyd Garrison, September 28, 1838):
The history of mankind is crowded with evidences proving that physical coercion is not adapted to moral regeneration, and that the sinful dispositions of men can be subdued only by love; that evil can be exterminated only by good; that it is not safe to rely upon the strength of an arm to preserve us from harm; that there is great security in being gentle, long-suffering, and abundant in mercy; that it is only the meek who shall inherit the earth; for those who take up the sword shall perish by the sword.
Hence as a measure of sound-policy - of safety to property, life, and liberty - of public quietude and private enjoyment - as well as on the grounds of allegiance to him who is King of kings and Lord of lords, we cordially adopt the nonresistance principle, being confident that it provides for all possible consequences, is armed with omnipotent power, and must ultimately triumph over every assailing force.
… if only we would trust God, follow Jesus, and stop ignoring the prophetic events and utterances of years gone by.